Bryant wanted to go without the splint to "try to get a little flexibility" with the finger, but it turns out the finger isn't strong enough to shoot without the support of the semi-hard splint.
It is a semi truth in America that if you work hard you will be successful.
它是一个半真理，在美国，只要肯努力，你会成功的。
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It's hard making friends without the wonderful, semi-artificial environment of college, and having a support network is one of the most important things when you're stepping out on your own.